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Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,765 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo | |||
| Difference: $959 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,505 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo | |||
| Difference: $148 | |||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Beetle |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $28,395 | $29,995 | $23,395 |
| Base Invoice | $26,586 | $28,084 | $22,459 |
| Navigation system | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| Rear spoiler | 368 | ||
| Navigation Package | 1,600 | ||
| Sunroof and Sound Package | 3,000 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 1,000 | ||
| Navigation system | 888 | 888 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| Rear spoiler | 276 | ||
| Navigation Package | 1,536 | ||
| Sunroof and Sound Package | 2,880 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 860 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,534 | 1,166 | 5,600 |
| Options (change) | 1,272 | 996 | 5,276 |
| Destination | 795 | 795 | 770 |
| Total Price | $30,724 | $31,956 | $29,765 |
| Total Invoice | $28,653 | $29,875 | $28,505 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,166 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,699 | |||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Beetle |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 7 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 235/40-19 |
| Total Price | $30,724 | $31,956 | $29,765 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,125 | -4,300 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,599 | $27,656 | $29,765 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,057 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $28,653 | $29,875 | $28,505 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,847 | -4,020 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,806 | $25,855 | $28,505 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,049 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Beetle |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Touring suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,265 | $6,440 | $2,140 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,125 | $4,300 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,847 | -4,020 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Beetle |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 99.9 in |
| Length | 169.5 in | 168.4 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.2 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 2,940 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 49.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 14% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 14% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle Turbo
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| 235/40HR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 14% |
| Sunroof and Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Center armrest(s), front row | 75 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 40% |
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